A client is suing a nurse for malpractice. What is the term for the person bringing suit?
A) Plaintiff
B) Defendant
C) Litigator
D) Witness
Ans: A
A lawsuit is a legal action in a court. Litigation is the process of bringing and trying a lawsuit. The person or government bringing suit against another is called the plaintiff. The one being accused of a crime or tort (defined later) is called the defendant. The defendant is presumed innocent until proved guilty of a crime or tort.
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